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Venezuela Tops U.S. Travel Risk List as Wrongful Detentions Increase
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The U.S. State Department has raised its travel advisory for Venezuela to Level 4: “Do Not Travel,” citing an alarming increase in wrongful detentions of American citize... [read more.]
U.S. Billionaires Gained $356 Billion as New Tax Cuts Favor the Wealthy
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A new report by Oxfam reveals that the ten richest Americans increased their combined wealth by $356 billion in 2024—an average of $1 billion per day—while the average w... [read more.]
Political Shifts in Brazil and Colombia Lead to Significant Reductions in Tropical Deforestation
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In 2023, Brazil and Colombia recorded remarkable drops in tropical deforestation, largely due to recent political transitions that emphasized stronger environmental governance... [read more.]
Colombia Advances Economic Shift with Formal Request to Join BRICS-Led Development Bank
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On May 20, 2025, Colombia took a significant step toward redefining its economic and geopolitical strategy by formally submitting a request to join the New Development Bank ... [read more.]
Controversy Grows Over Lawmaker Stock Trades Around Trump’s Tariff Announcements
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A CNN investigation revealed that dozens of U.S. lawmakers from both major parties executed millions of dollars’ worth of stock trades during the days surrounding former Pre... [read more.]
Khaby Lame Leaves the U.S. After Reportedly Overstaying His Visa
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Senegalese-Italian influencer Khaby Lame, known globally for his silent and humorous TikTok videos, was detained last Friday at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas f... [read more.]
Benicio del Toro Stopped by TSA Over Suspicious Script Content: A Scene Too Real
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During a recent interview on Late Night with Seth Meyers, actor Benicio del Toro shared a surprising incident involving the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). While... [read more.]
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South American Tourism Surges, Offsetting North American Decline in Dominican Republic
Despite a notable drop in tourist arrivals from the United States and Canada in early 2025, the Dominican Republic’s strategic pivot toward South American markets has paid o... [read more.]
Haiti on the Brink: Voltaire Warns Trump-Era Policies Could Deepen Nation’s Collapse
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Leslie Voltaire, the chairman of Haiti’s transitional presidential council, has issued a grave warning about the Trump administration’s planned immigration and aid pol... [read more.]
Colombian President Petro Bypasses Congress, Calls Referendum on Labor Reform
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Colombian President Gustavo Petro has issued a presidential decree to call a national referendum in August 2025 to decide the future of his labor reform, after Congress re... [read more.]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia Returned to the U.S.: A Legal and Political Storm Over Mistaken Deportation
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident mistakenly deported to El Salvador in March 2025, has been returned to the United States to face federal criminal charges. His case... [read more.]
Drowning Lands: Hunger and State Neglect Bury Chocó’s Agricultural Heart
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In the Salaquí River basin of Riosucio, Chocó, Colombia, Afro-descendant and Indigenous communities are facing a growing humanitarian crisis as environmental collapse an... [read more.]
Goalkeeper Grounded: Cuban Soccer Star Skips World Cup Qualifier Over U.S. Reentry Fears
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Cuban goalkeeper Raiko Arozarena, brother of MLB star Randy Arozarena, made headlines after refusing to travel to Cuba for a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier amid concerns th... [read more.]
This Has Awakened Something”: Cuban Students Spark Rare Protest Over Internet Price Hike and Dollarization
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In a country long accustomed to hardship, a sharp increase in internet prices has ignited one of Cuba’s most visible student-led protest movements in decades. Across major... [read more.]
Colombia and Panama Finalize Groundbreaking Energy Deal to Boost Regional Integration and Economic Growth
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In a landmark step toward regional energy cooperation, Colombia and Panama have reached a historic regulatory agreement that will allow the bilateral exchange of electrical en... [read more.]
The Ocean Is Dying”: Attenborough Condemns ‘Unspeakably Awful’ Marine Destruction in Global Wake-Up Call
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Legendary naturalist Sir David Attenborough has issued a stark warning about the state of the world’s oceans, calling the damage “unspeakably awful.” In a conversation w... [read more.]
FIFA’s Mega Tournament in the U.S. Faces Harsh Reality: Empty Seats, Burnout Warnings, and Fan Apathy
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The newly expanded FIFA Club World Cup, touted as football’s grandest club competition, has launched in the United States with a dazzling lineup including Real Madrid, Manch... [read more.]
U.S. and Argentina Launch New Global Health Alliance to Replace WHO Framework
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The United States and Argentina have officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO) and announced the launch of a new international health system designed to se... [read more.]
Court of Appeals Temporarily Backs Trump in National Guard Dispute in Los Angeles
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Broad Summary A U.S. federal appeals court has put on hold a lower court’s ruling that found President Trump acted illegally by federalizing California’s National Guard an... [read more.]
Colombia Rocked by Coordinated Armed Attacks Amid Rising Political Tensions
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Colombia Rocked by Coordinated Armed Attacks Amid Rising Political Tensions A series of coordinated armed attacks in south-western Colombia has left at least seven people... [read more.]
Chiquita Layoffs Shake Panama’s Banana Industry
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In an unexpected move, the American banana giant Chiquita has announced that it will lay off all its remaining employees in Panama. The news sent shockwaves through the coun... [read more.]
Flights Canceled Between Colombia and Venezuela During Election Week Leave Thousands Stranded: “They Are Afraid”
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Just days before Venezuela’s regional elections on May 25—where voters will choose members of the National Assembly, governors, and legislative council representatives—t... [read more.]
U.S. Judge Rules Migrants Deported to El Salvador Must Have Opportunity to Contest Their Expulsions
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A U.S. federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must provide over 100 migrants deported to a notorious prison in El Salvador with an opportunity to contest their ... [read more.]
China Accuses U.S. of Discriminating Against Its Tech Products and Demands Immediate Change
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UNITED STATES Over a thousand employees have joined forces to protest the new uniform. Daniel Ballesteros Updated: May 17, 2025 – 5:11 p.m. EDT The implementation of a n... [read more.]
Nine Presidential Tickets Registered for August Elections Amid Political Turmoil and Evo Morales’ Exclusion
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On Monday, May 20, Bolivia officially closed its registration period for candidates running in the general elections scheduled for August 17, 2025. Nine political organization... [read more.]
Migrants face dangerous routes to return to Colombia
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Immigration policies in the United States, especially after Donald Trump came to power, have forced many Colombian migrants to change their plans to reach the United States an... [read more.]
US Trade Policy Threatens Colombia's Agriculture Sector
The South grapples with hard-hitting reality
Colombia's agricultural sector is on alert due to Donald Trump's announcement to impose tariffs on agricultural products. This would take place starting April 2, 2025. The... [read more.]
Back to anti-personnel mines
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Although there has been a noticeable decrease in the number of these explosives on Colombian land since the agreement was signed 9 years ago, last year 998 incidents related t... [read more.]
Chavez's Legacy
Cultural Censorship Thriving In Maduro's Venezuela
In Venezuela, a "black list" has been created that prohibits the entry of some Colombian artists to that country. The Minister of Interior, Justice and Peace of Venezuela, Dio... [read more.]
Reduction of flights from Canada to the USA
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Due to the dispute that has arisen between Canada and the United States of America due to tariffs, the airline Air Canada will significantly reduce its route capacity to some ... [read more.]
Back to anti-persoñel mines
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Colombia, one of the most diverse countries in the world, is once again suffering from the fear of making a false step and stepping on an antipersoñel mine. The above is m... [read more.]
Mapping China's influence around the Panama Canal
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PresidenteeeeSSSSSSSNNNDonald Trump has made repeated claims that China operates the Panama Canal in recent weeks and has threatened to take back the waterway to block what ... [read more.]
Argentine president faces impeachment calls over cryptocurrency crash
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Argentine President Javier Milei is facing impeachment calls - and legal action accusing him of fraud - over his promotion of cryptocurrency on social media. Milei posted on ... [read more.]
The illegal church at the heart of American history
In the heart of what was once the largest British colony in the New World, a "secret" church reveals how black people lived
The peal of a church bell cuts through the humid air in Williamsburg, Virginia. It's not just a call to worship; it's a declaration of resilience, faith and freedom. Since the... [read more.]
Randy Borman (1955-2025): An unlikely guardian of the Amazon rainforest
Randy Borman, a leader of the Cofan people of the Ecuadorian Amazon, died on February 17th.
Randy Borman was never meant to be Cofn. And yet, from the moment he was born in 1955, deep in the Ecuadorian Amazon, he belonged to them. His parents, American missionaries,... [read more.]
Brazil Plans To Reject BRICS Currency
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The idea of ??developing a new BRICS currency could draw the ire of US President Donald Trump, who has vowed to crush anyone who plans to ditch the dollar for trade. Just rece... [read more.]
Deforestation on the rise
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When you cut down a tree, you are decapitating the environment. This happens frequently in a country like Colombia. It is believed that because it is a country full of diversi... [read more.]
Trump team goes after cruise lines; Cruise industry fights back
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Shares of major publicly traded cruise lines in the United States fell significantly on Friday after a threat from the Donald Trump administration to start charging them feder... [read more.]
Trump directs ICE agents to find, deport unaccompanied migrant children
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WASHINGTON (Reuters) The Trump administration is directing immigration agents to track down hundreds of thousands of migrant children who entered the United States without t... [read more.]
Tens Of Thousands Of North Americans Are Retiring In This Caribbean Hot Spot For Cheap
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Many North Americans are looking for a new, affordable place to retire, away from the high costs of living in the United States and Canada. For those who dream of island life ... [read more.]
Colombian Gulf Clan Named Foreign Terrorist Group by Donald Trump
Move aims to intensify U.S. stance on international drug cartels, potentially impacting Colombia's peace negotiations.
The Gulf Clan is añounced by Donald Trump as a foreign terrorist organization. This measure is part of a strategy that plans to combat the influence of cartels in Latin Am... [read more.]
Tomorrowland&&''&&s CORE Festival Arrives in Medellin for a Spectacular 2025 Edition
The two-day electronic music event brings top house and techno artists to Parque Norte
Tomorrowland&&''&&s CORE Festival has arrived in Medellín, transforming Parque Norte into a paradise for electronic music lovers on February 14 and 15, 2025. With over 35 ... [read more.]
Monet Painting Stolen by Nazis Returned
A Claude Monet painting stolen by the Nazis has been returned to relatives of original owners
A Claude Monet painting that was stolen by the Nazis in 1938 and disappeared for decades has been returned to the relatives of its original owners in New Orleans.... [read more.]
Foreign Exchange Market October 22, 2014
Analysis and Outlook of the Currency Market: Current Trends and Future Proections
The dollar appreciated globally in view of the presidential elections in the United States. Imports were reported with an annual growth of 4.6% to total USD 5,533 million in A... [read more.]
Cop16 en Cali: Uniting forces for the global conservation of migratory species.
World Leaders Unite to Save Mygratory Species and Protect Biodiversity Amid Climate Change Challlenges
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The Scamming System: Everyday Fraud and Institutional Deceit in Today’s Cuba
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This vividly narrated opinion piece from Havana Times lays bare how scams—both petty and systemic—have become an inescapable part of life in Cuba. Told through the lens of... [read more.]
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Switzerland Receives Level 1 U.S. Travel Advisory Amid Rising Petty Crimes Despite Being Among the Safest Countries in the World"
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In an unexpected move, the U.S. government has issued a Level 1 Travel Advisory for Switzerland, widely known as one of the world’s safest and wealthiest nations. This advis... [read more.]
World Pride in Washington Faces Global Hesitation Amid Heightened Security and Anti-Trans Policies
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As Washington, D.C. hosts World Pride, the city is adorned with rainbow flags and preparing for what was expected to be one of the largest LGBTQ+ celebrations in U.S. hi... [read more.]
TSA’s Controversial 'Quiet Skies' Program Shut Down Amid Allegations of Political Targeting and Civil Rights Concerns
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has officially terminated the TSA’s “Quiet Skies” surveillance program, denouncing it as both a wasteful and politically weap... [read more.]
U.S. Embassy Issues Urgent Warning on Dating App Kidnappings in Mexican Tourist Hotspots”
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As the summer travel season heats up, the U.S. Embassy and consulates in Mexico have issued a serious security alert, warning American travelers about the dangers of using dat... [read more.]
Sosúa in Crisis: How Sex Tourism Is Eroding a Once-Family-Friendly Destination
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The town of Sosúa, a historically popular beach destination in the Dominican Republic’s North Coast, is facing growing concerns over the visible and unchecked rise of p... [read more.]
ICE Raids Spark Fear and Chaos in Los Angeles as Deportations Surge
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A recent wave of immigration raids in Los Angeles, led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol, has triggered fear, disruption, and protests acro... [read more.]
An Asteroid the Size of the Eiffel Tower Will Pass Close to Earth This Thursday, Should We Be Worried?
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On Thursday, June 5th, asteroid 424482 (2008 DG5), a cosmic visitor comparable in size to the Eiffel Tower, will pass close to Earth. With a diameter between 310 and 690 meter... [read more.]
Heavy rains in Colombia
Heavy rains in the departments of Caquetá, Putumayo, Nariño, Huila and southern Meta
The department of Nariño has been hit by heavy rains and has caused several landslides on some of the main roads in the region. One of the most problematic incidents occur... [read more.]
Law for the rental of apartments in Colombia
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As of March 2025, urban housing lease contracts in Colombia that are one year old from their start or from the last increase may be adjusted by up to 5.20%, corresponding to t... [read more.]
Inflation in Colombia on the rise
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According to DANE, in February 2025, there was an increase in inflation in Colombia of 1.14%. This increase was higher than the expected 1%. This was driven by increases in th... [read more.]
Woman arrested for stealing and drugging foreigners in Medellin
The suspect lured victims through social media, drugged them with scopolamine, and stole their money and belongings.
After two months of monitoring, the prosecutor's office managed to capture a 26-year-old woman in the Manrique neighborhood of the city of Medellín, who was dedicated to c... [read more.]
Dengue Cases Are Up in Medellín
Dengue cases increase in Medellín
In February 2025, a significant increase in dengue cases was recorded in the city of Medellín. This generated great concern among health authorities. According to the Secr... [read more.]
Trump's Impact on Pan-American Tourism
How MAGA will impact the South
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Real Estate Update: Minke and Palomino
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Devastating Fires in Argentina
Fire season in Argentina: residents mobilize in the face of limited public resources to protect forests
With the arrival of summer in Argentina, and the consequent increase in heat and the possibility of fires spreading in the country, neighbors are mobilizing in the face of a s... [read more.]
Mexico floods
Flash floods kill more than 60 in Valencia, Spain
In Spain, many people have spent the night from Tuesday to Wednesday without being able to sleep, waiting for the evolution of torrential rains that have caused strong floodin... [read more.]
Guatemala declares animal health alert after detecting first case of screwworm in 30 years
Worms in the Brain
After a podcast with Carlos Alejandro at Medellin TV.... [read more.]
Mosquitoes in Argentina Dyed Red...Why?
They use sterilized insects of the same species to reduce their population.
Mosquitoes in Argentina are being dyed red for a control study Redacción Buenos Aires 15:15 ET (19:15 GMT) October 22, 2024 In the department of Guaymallén, in th... [read more.]
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Newsom Confronts Trump in California: A Test Case for Democratic Resistance
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California Governor Gavin Newsom has emerged as a key figure in the Democratic resistance to former President Donald Trump’s aggressive federal actions during his second ter... [read more.]
Tariff Shock Slashes U.S. Trade Deficit by Record 56%, but Economic Risks Loom”
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In April 2025, the United States recorded its sharpest trade deficit drop in history—falling 55.5% to $61.6 billion—following the sudden activation of a new round of tarif... [read more.]
Australia Joins Global Retreat from US Travel, Signaling a Deep Shift in Tourist Confidence
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In 2025, Australia has officially joined a growing list of nations—including Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, Spain, and South Korea—whose citizens are deliberately re... [read more.]
From Heartbreak to Heroine: Shakira’s Record-Breaking Tour Blends Power, Poetry, and Personal Triumph
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Global pop icon Shakira is riding a wave of artistic rebirth and public admiration with her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” stadium tour, which has grossed over $150 millio... [read more.]
Banksy's Art as a Mirror of Society: Subversion, Satire, and Social Critique
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Banksy, the elusive British street artist, has developed a distinctive body of work that reveals a sharp critique of modern society, authority, consumerism, and the art world ... [read more.]
King Charles III Visits Canada to Show Support Amid Rising U.S. Tensions
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King Charles III’s visit to Canada represents more than a ceremonial state journey—it’s a calculated act of solidarity amid growing concerns over the Trump administratio... [read more.]
Attempted Assassination of Colombian Presidential Candidate Miguel Uribe Raises Fears of Political Unrest
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Colombian politics have been shaken by a violent assassination attempt against presidential candidate and senator Miguel Uribe Turbay. On June 7, while campaigning in a public... [read more.]
Digital Nomad Lifestyle Faces Reality Check Across the Americas
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The digital nomad dream is beginning to falter as economic pressures and stricter immigration policies in both Latin America and North America complicate long-term remote ... [read more.]
Slums, Swimming Pools and Latin America’s Deepening Inequality
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This feature explores the stark contrast between extreme poverty and luxury across major Latin American cities. In the region, gated mansions with pools stand cheek-by-jowl wi... [read more.]
Canada’s Tech Industry Turns Inward Amid Global Uncertainty
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Facing a turbulent global economy and strained relations with the United States, Canada's technology sector is embracing a “Canada First” strategy aimed at boosting ... [read more.]
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Pools Beside Poverty: Latin America's Unequal Urban Landscape
Despite periods of strong economic growth during the early 21st century, Latin America remains the most unequal region in the world. This inequality is not only evident in sta... [read more.]
Americans Fleeing the U.S. for Europe: Wealth Migration Surges in 2025
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In 2025, a growing number of Americans—ranging from high-net-worth individuals to middle-class families—are leaving the United States and moving to Europe. This trend, ide... [read more.]
Delta CEO Highlights Outdated U.S. Air Traffic Control Systems Causing Slower Flights Than in the 1950s
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Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian has raised concerns over the antiquated state of the U.S. air traffic control (ATC) system, noting that some flight routes now take longer than ... [read more.]
I’m happy to return with a role like this”: Paola Rey in El Novicio Rebelde
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After a successful career in Colombian television, Paola Rey returns to the small screen with El Novicio Rebelde, a new comedy series on Prime Video. Known for her roles in Pa... [read more.]
Expotatuaje Medellín Celebrates 15 Years as a Global Tattoo Hub and Introduces Expoanimé
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From June 6 to 8, Medellín will host the 15th edition of Expotatuaje, a major tattoo convention that has solidified the city’s status as a global tattoo epicenter. The even... [read more.]
In China, the Only Adorable Fugitive Captured: Capybara Doubao was On the Run for Two Months
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A Chinese zoo in Yangzhou has successfully captured Doubao, a capybara that had been on the run for two months after escaping with two other capybaras in early April. While ... [read more.]
WHO Warns About New COVID-19 Variant NB.1.8.1
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised an alert about a new COVID-19 variant, NB.1.8.1, which has been spreading globally, with 518 sequences identified from 22 countr... [read more.]
Does Talking to an AI Feel the Same as Talking to a Person? Here's What Science Says Happens in Your Brain
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According to Dr. Vanesa Pytel, Head of the Neuromodulation Unit at Olympia Quirónsalud Neurology Service, the brain reacts differently depending on whether you're talking t... [read more.]
The Incredible Story of a Death Row Inmate Who Makes Jazz to Save His Life
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Keith LaMar, a death row inmate since 1995, has teamed up with Catalan jazz musician Albert Marquès to release a new album titled Live from the Death Row. LaMar, who has be... [read more.]
40 Exhibitors Present Their Design Proposals at Bodega Comfama in Medellín
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Medellín is set to host the first-ever Mercado Creativo, a cultural and commercial event organized by Bodega Comfama from June 6 to June 8, 2025. This initiative aims to co... [read more.]
Video game inspired by the poet Federico Garcia Lorca
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The Irawaddy Dolphin: The
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A recent study by National Geographic Spain has raised alarm about the perilous situation of the Irawaddy river dolphins, a highly social and intelligent aquatic mammal. These... [read more.]
Colombian Company Recognized for International Expansion
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HR Suite by Change Americas was recognized as a globally impactful technology product by Colombia's Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications (MinTIC) at the C... [read more.]
New Turkish Rule Fines Passengers for Rushing to Exit Aircraft
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It's a common sight: the plane lands, and passengers quickly unbuckle their seatbelts, stand up, and crowd the aisles in an effort to disembark as quickly as possible. Whi... [read more.]
Surfing in the Heart of Texas? Luxury Austin Community Lures Celebrities With $1.25M Memberships
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In a surprising twist for a landlocked city, Austin, Texas is poised to become a hotspot for elite surf culture. A new private development—the Austin Surf Club—is drawing ... [read more.]
Artificial Intelligence Can Be More Persuasive Than Humans in Online Debates, Study Finds
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What if the person winning an argument with you online isn't a person at all—but a machine that knows just how to change your mind? A new study published in Nature Human B... [read more.]
Grupo Firme Forced to Cancel U.S. Show After Visa Suspensions Tied to Controversial Music Crackdown
Can We Make It Work?
Mexican regional band Grupo Firme announced the cancellation of a scheduled performance at California’s La Onda Fest after their U.S. visas were suspended. According to the ... [read more.]
The Miraculous Stone of Sopó: Colombia’s Sacred Mystery That Defies Science
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In the serene municipality of Sopó, located just 39 kilometers north of Bogotá, lies a centuries-old mystery that continues to attract pilgrims and puzzle experts. Known as ... [read more.]
International Day of Logic: Honoring Tarski and Gödel, Pillars of Modern Thought
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Since 2019, January 14 has been celebrated as the International Day of Logic, established by UNESCO and the International Council for Philosophy and Human Sciences. The date w... [read more.]
More Americans Are Considering Moving Abroad in Search of a Better Life
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Amid rising political and social tensions in the United States, more Americans are contemplating a life overseas. According to a 2024 Gallup poll, 21% expressed a desire to le... [read more.]
Colombians Want To Visit Less-crowded Places
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Colombians are choosing to travel and visit less crowded places for this year 2025. According to a study by Booking.com, 87% of respondents prefer places where there is not so... [read more.]
Favorable changes due to the adoption of new digital technologies
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Colombia has experienced an advance in the adoption of digital technologies in recent years. This has transformed several aspects of the daily lives of Colombians. One of the ... [read more.]
Positive outlook for the real estate sector
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There is optimism in the real estate sector. A great recovery has been seen in the real estate sector. According to CBRE, 100% of investors plan to make new acquisitions in 20... [read more.]
Measuring the White Lotus Effect: How Movie and TV Locations Influence Travel
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It's being called the "White Lotus effect": the way that major TV shows influence the way we travel, thanks to the hit TV show that's back on 16 February 2025. The black come... [read more.]
The fearless lionfish huntresses of the Caribbean
Two women are working to save the coral reef from the invasive lionfish
Curacao is facing an ecological challenge: the invasive lionfish. The venomous lionfish have brown, red and white zebra-like stripes, fleshy tentacles and long, fan-like fins.... [read more.]
The rewilded golf courses teeming with life
From Scotland to California, golf courses are being rewilded with lofty aims to benefit both people and nature.
Sinking into nature comes easy at the Plock of Kyle. I visit this tiny wedge of parkland on the west coast of Scotland, just across the bridge from the Isle of Skye, on a rain... [read more.]
How Trump's sweeping new policies could change travel
As the new US president makes massive governmental cuts, issues tariffs and leads an immigration crackdown
In the United States, a new presidential administration always comes with political shifts. But the dizzying speed with which President Donald Trump has issued executive order... [read more.]
Resorts and tour operators in and around the reserve have developed a range of astrotourism activities such as guided stargazing excursions,
This vessel will strengthen control and surveillance management within the Galapagos and Hermandad Marine Reserves.
A boat, valued at around 800,000 dollars and donated by the American magnate Jeff Bezos, founder of the technological giant Amazon, will strengthen the control and surveillanc... [read more.]
The creativity of Colombians is seen in their common phrases and sayings
They are part of the culture and everyday language in Colombia, so it is very important that you identify them and learn them.
Every Colombian throughout their life has used sayings that foreigners sometimes do not understand. They use phrases and coñect them with everyday situations, which are so... [read more.]
3 Reasons Why the American Dream Is Easier Abroad in 2025
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Felipe Camargo Completes First Ascent of Colombia's Most Challenging Climbing Route
La Vuelta al Mundo in La Mojarra sees its first successful climb after nearly a decade
Brazilian climber Felipe Camargo has achieved a significant milestone in South American climbing by completing the first ascent of 'La Vuelta al Mundo,' regarded as Colombia's... [read more.]
Rental Rates Soar in Medellín
Where to look and what to pay?
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The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to South Korean author Han Kang.
Han Kang wins Nobel Prize in Literature for her intense poetic prose that confronts human fragility; she is the first South Korean to win
Han, 53, began her career with a group of poems in a South Korean magazine before making her prose debut in 1995 with a collection of short stories. She later began writing... [read more.]
USA In Second Place for the Most Spanish Speakers
Second Only To Mexico
This report by David Fernández, professor at the University of Alcalá, Mexico has about 132 million, Spain more than 48, Argentina about 47, Venezuela and Peru 34 e... [read more.]
The Remains of Christopher Columbus
Spanish researchers confirm that Christopher Columbus' remains are in Seville
At a press conference held for the documentary Colón ADN. Su verdadero origen (Columbus DNA. His true origin), which is scheduled to premiere this Saturday on Spanish st... [read more.]
Asian Millionaires
Zhang Yiming, founder of TikTok, is the richest person in the Asian giant, according to Hurun magazine
Zhang Yiming, founder of ByteDance, the parent company of Douyin and TikTok, has been named China's richest person for the first time, according to the 2024 billionaires list ... [read more.]
Argentine words (to be reentered as Lingo phrases)
Everything you need to know about the Argentine language
With Spanish as its base, Argentine slang was shaped by immigrants and little contact with the Mother Country (as Spain is known in Argentina). These factors, added to th... [read more.]
The documentary that tells the story of the Mucutuy children lost in the Amazon jungle
Ancestral wisdom kept the children alive while an unprecedented search operation was underway.
For many Colombians, the case of the children who were lost in the Amazon jungle for 40 days is familiar. The Mucutuy brothers survived a plane crash, in which the only 3 adul... [read more.]
Malbec Argentino: An Epic Journey of Tradition and Resilience Summary:
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The Malbec Argentino from Catena Zapata winery is more than just a wine; it's a celebration of history and heroic women who shaped its evolution. The label, designed by Laur... [read more.]
Royal Caribbean Unveils “Perfect Day Mexico”
Royal Caribbean Unveils “Perfect Day Mexico” and New Exclusive Destinations On May 15, 2025, Royal Caribbean announced the launch of "Perfect Day Mexico," a groundbreakin... [read more.]
Essential Guide for Colombians Planning a Trip To New York
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In order to travel to the United States to visit the great city of New York for 7 days, you must apply for a tourist visa (B1/B2). To do so, you must complete the DS-160 form ... [read more.]
Preparing for a Visit to Las Lajas Sanctuary in Nariño
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The Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary of Las Lajas is located in the Guáitara River canyon in Ipiales, Nariño. It is considered an architectural and religious jewel,... [read more.]
Flecho in Bahía Solano
The Chocó Reading and Writing Festival (Flecho)
The Chocó Reading and Writing Festival (Flecho) is a cultural event that celebrates the literary wealth and resilience of the Chocó region. This year, the 8th edition ... [read more.]
Visiting the Lost City or Teyuna
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You have probably heard of the Lost City, or Teyuna. This place is an ancient Tayrona indigenous settlement, located in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia. It was disc... [read more.]
The Middle Easts first Dark Sky destination is betting big on astrotourism
Resorts and tour operators in and around the reserve have developed a range of astrotourism activities such as guided stargazing excursions,
There was a blanket of stars right above us, recalls Sami. You could see thousands of them, like they were endless. It was beautiful. Since then, Saudi Arabia has become... [read more.]
A samba queen's guide to Rio de Janeiro
Mayara Lima is famous for her hypnotic samba style. Here she shares the best samba experiences in Rio.
Brazilians often say that �it all ends in samba,� but perhaps it would be more accurate to say that samba never ends�at least not in Rio de Janeiro, one of the places wh... [read more.]
New archaeological findings in Arví Park
Six new archaeological sites reveal indigenous, colonial, and republican-era artifacts
Six new archaeological sites have been identified in Arví Park, covering an area of 40,000 square meters. Among the discoveries, 17 structures stand out, including walls m... [read more.]
Medellin Mayor Orders Removal of Controversial Mural Honoring Mothers of the Disappeared
The removal of the Las cuchas tienen razón mural sparks debate over historical memory and freedom of expression.
The mural was located near the North Terminal in Medellín and depicted the powerful image of Margarita Restrepo, a mother who has been searching for her daughter, Carol Va... [read more.]
Manizales Coffee News
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Between insults and artists campaigning, this is how the US elections are progressing
Next Tuesday, November 5, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will face off at the polls for power in the White House.
Donald Trump has stepped up his criticism of his Democratic rival Kamala Harris' immigration policy, describing the United States as a garbage can because of her approach to... [read more.]
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